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    4.3 (275 reviews)
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    S3. Panfried Chive & Pork Dumpling (6) 韭菜猪肉锅贴
    Suzie Z.

    I've been to numerous other Yu Noodle spot so I was excited that this opened near me and I was stoked to try it out with my husband. It's quit empty during the weekdays, lunchtime, and we were both stuffed to the brim after finishing the entrees and sharing an appetizer. Would come back again and again as we've recently moved here from downtown dc.

    N6. Noodle in Scallion Oil w. Chicken 葱油拌面
    Clara S.

    Enjoyed our visit to Yu Noodles in Herndon. We couldn't decide on which soup dumpling to get so we ordered the rainbow to try each one. Our favorite was the green one (shrimp & pork). Inordered the Chicken cooked in scallion oil with sesame oil - very light and delicious. Served with a side of cold shredded carrots, edamame, and cucumber/squash? Not too strong of a scallion flavor but light and refreshing and not too heavy. We enjoyed our meal and wish we lived closer!! Will be back again!

    Jesse P.

    Came in for lunch on a week day with 4 people. We found the place to have plenty of seats and was warm and very clean. Service was quick and business like. We had 2 orders of the soup dumplings and they were good not great. Not as much liquid as I remember from other places. A couple of us had the dry noodles and they were good. I had one of the soups and it had really good flavor, I just wish it was a little bit hotter (temperature). Overall, a fun place to try with unique food!

    Aaron O.

    Yu Noodles is really good. I've been to both the Fairfax and the Herndon locations and they're pretty similar, so go to whichever is closer. Fairfax was really crowded when we went at prime lunch time (11:30am/12:00p), so be aware. I had the Sesame Paste Noodles with Minced Pork (N7) and the Spicy Oil Pork Wonton (S7). My wife had the Chongqing Noodles (N1). For Sichuan, the spice level is a bit tame - you won't get the Sichuan peppercorn numb-your-lips effect here, but you'll get decent spice. There's a container of hot chili oil on the table if you need a little extra. The wontons were really good. They came out quickly and were nice and hot. The peanuts and small bits of pickled vegetable added some good crunch to this dish. The pork had a little bit of chew to it and was tasty. I was really looking for a dan dan mian dish and I think the closest here is the sesame paste noodles with minced pork. It's not spicy on it's own so I did add a few scoops of hot chili oil. There were a lot of peanuts and whole fresh soybeans in this dish. There are a lot of peanuts in many of the dishes here, so be aware. These noodles had a nice, creamy sesame-y taste to them and overall, the dish was very good. My wife said her dish - Chongqing noodles - didn't taste very spicy at first. She then added a small spoonful of hot chili oil, as well as some soy sauce and vinegar (also at the table). This spiced things up a bit more for her. She particularly liked the fried egg. Now that I mention the soy sauce, both noodle dishes we ordered were not very salty to begin with, almost to the point of not having enough pop in their native flavors. The addition of hot chili oil to my dish was sufficient, but you might find yourself adding a bit of soy sauce if you're used to more salt. On a previous visit, I had these same noodles, but also added a fried pork chop side ($5). If you're into fatty, salty. porky goodness, I recommend adding this as a side -- where else can you get a $5 fried pork chop?

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    Linda B.

    We ordered through Uber Eats and the food was delicious. We ordered the cucumber with garlic sauce and the chicken leg noodle soup. We also ordered the sesame balls. We also added vegetable and a chicken leg and beef and sichuan beef noodle soup. I did order minced pork, however, it never arrived and I did file a complaint about it and we did get a return on it so we are happy about that. However, the service was wonderful. We will most likely be ordering from here again since the food was delicious!

    S1. Scallion Pancake  Potato Tower
    Anh S.

    Yu Noodles in Herndon = Hong Kong flavor explosion with a side of "oops, we accidentally ordered half the menu." Came here for a chill lunch with my daughter. We told ourselves we'd "eat light." That was a lie. We left with happy bellies, full hearts, and a mild food coma. Here's what we devoured: * Chili Chicken Noodles - A little dry. Not bad, but needed more sauce to keep up with the rest of the party. * Shrimp Dumplings - Silky, juicy, and absolute perfection. These dumplings have their life together. * Chicken Broth Dumplings - SO GOOD. Non-pork and still packed with deep flavor. Honestly, a rare and beautiful find. * Potato Skewer - Twirly, crispy magic. Like a potato on a carnival ride. * Scallion Pancakes - Flaky, golden, and dangerously snackable. We didn't fight over the last piece... but there were side-eyes. Decor? Lovely and warm. Service? Genuinely friendly. They even checked if we liked everything--and didn't disappear after dropping the food. Respect! Final thoughts: A true foodie delight with a taste of Hong Kong. Four stars only because the chicken noodles didn't wow us--but everything else was a 10/10. We'll be back... maybe with a second stomach.

    Spicy Peppercorn Spicy Soup Dumpling
    Dakota M.

    I've been wanting to visit Yu Noodle for quite a while, but haven't been in an area with one of their locations--until today! After a specialist appointment on a cold and rainy day, it seemed like the perfect opportunity to finally give it a try. I had to sample their signature noodle dishes, so I went with the Yinbin Spicy Dry Noodles. I also couldn't resist the soup dumplings (both the peppercorn and the pork varieties), and I wanted something with a crunch, so I added the cruller to my order. The soup dumplings were absolutely amazing! Delicious, flavorful, and perfectly crafted--I can't rave enough about how tasty they were. The Yinbin Spicy Dry Noodles were another standout. They felt so light and airy when eating, but the generous portion and hearty toppings made them a satisfying meal. As for the cruller, it was just okay. It's fried dough--nothing special--and I think it could have been elevated with a dip or even a custard filling. Overall, I had a fantastic visit and can't wait to return to try their soups and explore more noodle dishes. Highly recommend giving this place a try, especially on a chilly day!

    Pork Soup Dumplings (6pcs)
    Julian B.

    Hard to find this kind of food locally. Being from Philadelphia it was readily available. Amazing service and quality. Get the chickpea soup. Excellent dumplings

    Arra L.

    Yu Noodles is one of my fav. Chinese restaurants. Any location is good. We always go to the one in Fairfax it's very small and has a limited seating capacity. Until a friend of mine brought me here. It's much more bigger, same food. Customer service is fantastic. Perfect for a large group. We got the Cucumber with Garlic Sauce it's one of my favorite 10/10 , Seafood Noodle Soup it's alright 6/10, Pork Soup Dumplings is a MUST 10/10, Crystal Shrimp Dumpling its okay 8/10, Spicy Oil Wonton 10/10 Scallion Pancake 10/10.. must try if you are in Herndon VA or Fairfax VA

    Christine H.

    Yu Noodles has slowly transformed into the Must-go-to DMV area Taiwanese/Chinese place where you're guaranteed good flavors at a reasonable price. I've ordered a number of dishes here including the appetizers to cold noodles and hot noodle soups and nothing disappoints. I would definitely say that their noodle soups are worth it and surprisingly authentic compared to the modern decor. I would also recommend the mango sago dessert for those wanting to try something that's not too sweet but also filling.

    Peppercorn Spicy Soup Dumpling
    Myan L.

    This always stands as my favorite place for soup dumplings out of the places i've tried in virginia! The peppercorn soup dumplings are not too spicy and always deliver flavour! The Yibin dry noodles is also a very popular choice with the spice building up over time. Despite other items being good, 2 sets of the soup dumplings always has me filled and is a solid safe option to take friends! Service is always great!

    N1. Chongqing Noodles
    Bill S.

    Thumbs up. Not your absolutely 100% authentic Sichuan / Chongqing cuisine, but close enough. The menu took inspiration from other schools of Chinese cuisines north and south, and adapted for the US market, still quite tasteful. Photos attached could be matched with the wrong menu item names, it's been a while haha. Would recommend 100%.

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    4.3(757 reviews)
    1.0 mi
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    My wife had a function in the area, and we took the opportunity to meet up and grab a bite to eat…read more I was in the mood for something light, and since she had visited before and enjoyed the food, we decided to give it a try. Jinya Ramen Bar offers a trendy, modern, metropolitan atmosphere. The space has a lively energy, with techno/disco-style music playing in the background, a full bar, and televisions featuring sports programming. The crowd appeared to include a number of younger couples, which added to the overall vibrant feel. I ordered the Chicken Yuzu Shio Delight and customized it with spicy bean sprouts, fresh garlic, and chicken wontons (each an additional charge). The dish arrived hot--which I always appreciate--and was exactly what I was looking for: flavorful, well-balanced, and satisfying without being too heavy. My kids ordered from the children's menu and clearly enjoyed their meals--they liked it so much that they asked for more noodles. I ended up sharing some of mine and ultimately ordered an additional bowl. The staff was very accommodating throughout, which made the experience even better. The restaurant is family-friendly, even with a bar as a central feature (which we did not utilize). The host was welcoming, and the staff presented a cohesive, modern look with all-black attire. While the style is clearly part of the restaurant's trendy aesthetic, some aspects of the dress may be a matter of personal preference (too short in my opinion, I would not like my daughters wearing such short attire). Overall, this was a great experience. The food was satisfying without being overly heavy, the service was attentive, and the atmosphere was engaging. I would certainly recommend Jinya Ramen Bar to anyone in the mood for quality ramen in a lively setting.

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    4.1(146 reviews)
    2.0 mi

    I'm glad Peter is done hiding and can open restaurants regularly without threat of being deported…read moreor kidnapped by Chinese spies. The food is great and the service is quick and attentive. I was here twice over the last two months. The first time, I ordered off the regular menu. The second time, I did the AYCE dim sum/tapas. Obviously, ordering a la carte, you'll get larger portions. It was all fantastic. The server was attentive and friendly. Dishes came out lightning fast. And the food itself was stellar! I'll let the photos speak for themselves. You can't go wrong here, especially if you're getting one of the AYCE specials (there's a similar one at Mama Chang's). I want to note though, three of the dishes have the same flavor profile, just different main ingredients: spicy dry fish, spicy dry cauliflower, and dry fried spicy eggplant. They use dry fried red chili and ground Szechuan peppercorn. If you like this, great! Just know it's the same seasoning across these dishes. I didn't take photos of everything, but if it's braised pork xxxx, get it! I will gladly return to this location or Mama Chang's for another AYCE adventure.

    For my recent visit to Peter Chang's weekend Bottomless Dim Sum and Tapas Brunch, I prepared by:…read more * Fasting for 12 hours * A one hour gym workout * Two hours playing pickleball Met up with my immediate family to celebrate Mother's Day this past weekend, and I gotta say, this brunch is one of the better AYCE deals currently in NOVA. Located off of busy Centreville Road in Herndon, DMV legendary restaurateur Peter Chang opened this latest establishment in September 2024. Reservations are HIGHLY recommended for their Bottomless weekend brunch; and especially if you have a large group, as we did. There is limited parking right in front, but drive a bit further for a larger lot across the street within a 2-3 min walk. The interior is modern with the familiar high ceilings, exposed duct work, faux greenery, and Asian themed artwork. Combined with the choice of almost tropical like tables and chairs, the decor was giving off serious Malaysia vibes. When our server arrived, she explained that diners could choose items from EITHER the Chinese Tapas or Traditional Dim Sum menu, which is awesome since this allows for the culinary options of over 45+ items!!! Depending on the size of your group, I would suggest ordering 6-8 items at a time, since the plates are small (about a 1-2 person serving size). And TBH, I like this style of AYCE as opposed to the the usual long steam tables of food which just sits underneath heat lamps, and has tongs which have been handled by lots of people...yuck! And for the restaurant, it helps to limit food waste. Over the next 90 minutes (time limit for the AYCE brunch), we sampled so many items, but some of the standouts were: * Crystal Shrimp Dumpling (har gow) - wrapper wasn't too thick, and the shrimp filling was plentiful and had excellent flavor * Steamed pork and shrimp shu mai - very good version of a dim sum staple. * Beef Chow Fun - noodles could've had more "wok hei" flavor, but beef was tender and not too salty. * Soup Dumplings (Xiao Long Bao) - good amount of seasoned soup inside the wrapper with tasty pork filling * Salt and pepper shrimp - peeled shrimp was flash fried, but not rubbery. It was topped with a salty peppery crunchy topping. We had several rounds of this dish. * Black Sesame egg yolk bao - creamy and not too sweet eggy filling, inside the soft black sesame bao I will detract one star for the service, however. Im my estimation, the place is understaffed for the volume of customers. Water and tea was a bit slow to arrive (after 8 min of sitting down) and it was challening to flag down our server to order more items; hence the reason it's recommended to get multiple dishes at one time. But at the end of the meal, everyone was quite pleased and satisfied, most importantly, mom and dad enjoyed the experience. When the check arrived, our party of 10 had ordered 40 items. With tax and tip, the total came out to a tad under $400. Tbh, for the quality and variety of food, $40/person is a good deal. I can definitely envision Peter Chang's weekend bottomless brunch being a monthly occurrence for me.

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    Combo Fried Rice (w. Chicken, Beef, & Shrimp)

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    Kindi Chicken Rice

    4.5(94 reviews)
    0.1 mi

    Food Ordered: * worth trying…read more - [Signature Khao Man Gai*]: This is the poached chicken rice set and comes with a fermented soybean ginger/garlic sauce. If you're between the poached chicken and the fried chicken, I would go with the fried chicken. The poached chicken was a little dry. - [Khao Man Gai Tod*]: This is the fried chicken rice set and comes with a sweet chili sauce. I've only ever ordered takeout from Kindi Chicken Rice but I liked that the fried chicken was still crispy and juicy when I brought it back home. Would I order again? : I would order again if I'm in the mood. When I was living in Philly, I used to love frequenting Cily Chicken Rice, which was also a Thai-style hainanese chicken rice spot. So, when I moved to NOVA, I was excited to find a similar restaurant nearby. Unfortunately, Kindi Chicken Rice isn't quite as good but it's still pretty decent. The ginger-garlic rice doesn't have enough garlic flavor and was a little dry. Also, I didn't like the ratio of chicken to rice; there was only six pieces of chicken for all the rice that was given. Lastly, the daikon soup had the classic peppery taste but lacked salt/umami flavor. But I did like that the daikon was sliced whereas the daikon in the Cily Chicken Rice soup is just one hunk of daikon.

    Came here with a friend to have chicken rice and like it. It's in the plaza with Sprouts and Lotte…read more It gets packed and it seems they may have rebranded as a ramen spot. I ordered the Signature Khao Man Gai. It comes with soup and sauce to dip. The rice was flavorful and the chicken was good. The seating inside is a bit small but they also offer outdoor seating.

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    honeygrow

    3.7(218 reviews)
    1.1 mi
    $$

    AMBIANCE: I used to love coming here when I worked in the…read morearea. They only have an HG here and in Tyson's so it's a bit out of the way for me now. But it's open spacing, not crowded, good WiFi. Not a place you're camping out at but good for lunch break. FOOD: 10/10 I love me some carbs and noodles. I always build my own so I got noodles, snap peas, coconut curry sauce, sesame seeds, shrimp, broccoli and cauliflower flower. All that for $16.13 (that includes tip). I didn't get a drink. My bf says he doesn't like it here bc it's expensive due to little portion size. And I get it but I guess I'm glad I'm not a man also it comes with a side of bread which surprised me so woo! SERVICE: 1000000/10 bc I had fasted all day and they let me come in and order like 15 min before closing. I HATE TO BE that person but I was hungry. Tbh I shouldn't broke my fast with the food that I ate, but I guess you only live once, right? The lead manager is SOO bubbly and fun and had great service. He's been there a couple of years. I wish I had gotten his name. Thank you all!

    Thanks to one of my coworkers for recommending that I check this establishment out. I've heard…read morenothing but good things sooo the foodie that I am decided to try for myself. I'm so glad that I did. New lunch go to spot unlocked. I took a huge risk by placing my first order not in person but via UberEats. I ordered the garlic butter chicken (I customized it a little) which consisted of fresh egg white noodles, garlic butter (asked for extra sauce), roasted chicken, mushrooms, scallions and green beans. So flavorful and delicious! I'm so happy that I have leftovers for dinner tonight. I highly recommend if you haven't tried it yet!

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